Capital city, Suriname
Internet in Paramaribo: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Paramaribo?
Median fixed broadband in Suriname is 183 Mbps and mobile is 64 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Cafés and guesthouses generally have decent wifi; no established coworking scene.
Getting online in Paramaribo
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre from Telesur and others in many parts of the city; roughly 600–1,500 SRD a month. |
| Cafés and coworking | Cafés and guesthouses generally have decent wifi; no established coworking scene. |
| Tourist SIM | Telesur and Digicel shops in Paramaribo sell prepaid SIMs with a passport; coverage drops away from the coast. |
| Carriers | Telesur, Digicel |
| Monthly data plan | SRD150–400 ($4.0–10.6) |
Coworking in Paramaribo
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in South America
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Paramaribo?
Median fixed broadband in Suriname is 183 Mbps and mobile is 64 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Cafés and guesthouses generally have decent wifi; no established coworking scene.
Which SIM card should I get in Paramaribo?
Telesur and Digicel shops in Paramaribo sell prepaid SIMs with a passport; coverage drops away from the coast.
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Sources
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.